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Work in Progress: Corporate Career Podcast
by CJ Jennings-Hope
Welcome to the group chat about corporate life you actually want to be in.Work in Progress is where ambitious professionals get an insider’s take on how work really works, from managing up and navigating office politics to building visibility and bouncing back from burnout.Hosted by CJ Jennings-Hope, she breaks down the unspoken dynamics of your 9-5—the feedback no one gives you, the power plays you didn’t see coming, and the career moves you could be making. IfNew episodes every Monday.Follow the podcast on Instagram at @workinprogressthepodcast
Episodes
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Worried You’re Next? How to Stay Ready After a Layoff Round
Layoffs happened and you’re still here. Now what? It’s an awkward place to be. You’re relieved… but also anxious, maybe even a little guilty? This week’s Work in Progress episode is for the ones left behind. We’re talking survivor’s guilt, role security, and how to prep for what’s next without...
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Laid Off? Here’s What to Do First
Layoffs are everywhere right now—from Big Tech to companies you thought were rock solid. And even if it hasn’t hit you yet, it could. If you’ve been laid off and you’re not sure what to do next, you’re not alone. In this episode of Work in Progress, we walk through three steps to help you get…
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The Hidden Cost of Being the Only Woman on the Team
What happens when you speak up about harassment—and the team goes silent? In this episode, guest host Elsie Rodriguez joins CJ to talk about what it’s really like to be the only woman in a male-dominated workplace. From second-guessing yourself to being punished for standing up, this is the...
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Career Boosting Hobbies | Skill Stacking for Corporate
Hobbies can super-charge your career. Guest co-host Yvonne Pearson joins CJ to show how museums, concerts and content creation translate into real corporate skills—discipline, delegation and data-driven marketing included. How can museum hopping, concert stalking, and content creation make you a...
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Networking with Coworkers: The Practical Guide
Flying solo, CJ Jennings-Hope unpacks why carefully-crafted relationships—not oversharing—fast-track your promotions. She introduces the Cup-of-Sugar Rule for knowing when a coworker bond is strong enough to swap favors, then shares a two-topic conversation hack that lets even introverts build...
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Building Buy-In: Sell your Ideas at Work
You finally land a meeting to pitch your big idea—and watch faces glaze over faster than a Teams outage. Turns out the idea isn’t the problem; the delivery is. In this episode of Work in Progress, Courtney Jennings-Hope and co-host Larone Ellison break down corporate storytelling that actually...
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I Want a Six-Figure Job… But My Resume Isn’t Working
We’re chasing six figures—but at what cost? In this episode, Larone and CJ talk through the myth and the math of landing a six-figure job: from resume rewrites and interview ghosting to career pivots and office red flags. Expect stories, strategy, and spicy commentary on capitalism, ChatGPT, and...
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You Might Be the Problem: You Only Think You’re a Good Team Player
Think you’re great at group projects because you get your work done on time? That might not be the flex you think it is. In this episode, CJ and Larone break down what really makes someone a strong team player—and why doing your part isn’t always enough. From ghosting your project tracker to…
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Accountability at Work: Yes, It Was Your Fault (And That’s Not a Bad Thing)
What does accountability really mean at work—and how do you build it without burning out? In this episode, CJ and Larone explore how showing up with consistency, clarity, and self-awareness can shift how you’re seen by peers and leadership alike. We talk through: The difference between...
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Personal Brand vs. Reputation: How to Align What You Say With What They Hear
You can write the perfect bio, ace your intro, and still walk into a room where someone already made up their mind about you. In this episode, we talk about the tension between your personal brand — the version of you that you want people to see — and your reputation — the version they pass…
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Work Creep: Why You Can’t Log Off (And How to Actually Set Boundaries)
Stuck in an endless scroll of late-night emails? Bringing your laptop on vacation “just in case”? This episode dives into work creep — the sneaky way work invades every corner of our lives and how to finally set boundaries you can stick to. Larone and CJ unpack the toll of always being “on,” the...
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Make Your One-on-Ones Work for You
One-on-ones aren’t just check-ins—they’re one of the few moments you get your manager’s full attention. In this mini-sode of Work in Progress, Courtney Jennings-Hope and Larone break down how to use that time to build trust, communicate clearly, and shape your reputation at work. They explore why...
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Why Feedback Feels So Personal And How to Reframe It
Learning new skills at work is hard and it’s not just about time or talent. In this episode of Work in Progress, CJ and Larone get real about the anxiety that comes with being a beginner, the sting of feedback, and why adulting in corporate America often feels like a crash course in...
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You’re Not Overwhelmed, You’re Under-Automated
Feeling fried at work? Struggling to keep up with emails, updates, and that never-ending to-do list? This week, we’re talking about the real reason you feel behind—it’s not your work ethic, it’s your lack of automation. CJ and Larone get honest about burnout, brain fog, and the underrated power…
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When to Pivot Your Career: Red Flags, Layoffs & LinkedIn Strategy
Feeling uneasy at work? Wondering if it’s time to move on—or ride it out? In this episode of Work in Progress, CJ and Larone break down how to recognize the signs that your job (or your entire industry) might be in trouble, and how to pivot strategically before you’re forced to. From hiring…
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Toxic Masculinity at Work: What It Looks Like and How to Call It Out
Ever been talked over in a meeting? Corrected on your own name? Or watched the loudest person in the room get rewarded just for being loud? In this episode, Larone and CJ break down how toxic masculinity shows up in the workplace—and why it’s not just coming from men. We unpack the behaviors that...
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PTO, Burnout, and the Lie of Being Indispensable
Why does taking time off feel like a career risk?In this episode of Work in Progress, CJ and Larone unpack the unspoken guilt around taking PTO in hustle-heavy work cultures. From burnout masked as dedication to the myth of being “indispensable,” we explore what’s really behind that vacation…
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Managing Up: What Really Gets You Promoted
Working hard isn’t enough. If you want to grow, you need to manage up — strategically. In this episode of Work in Progress, CJ and Larone unpack the real mechanics of career advancement; the visibility, the relationships, and the power moves no one teaches you. Promotions aren’t about pure merit....
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The Meritocracy Myth: Why Hard Work Isn’t Enough
Ever feel like you’re doing everything right at work — hitting deadlines, going above and beyond — but somehow, it’s the louder, more visible people who get the promotions? You’re not imagining it. Promotions aren’t about pure merit, they’re about visibility, strategy, and knowing how to manage…
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Hook It Up fo’ Ya Boy: How to Refer Friends for a Job (Without Regret)
Referring someone for a job sounds simple, until your name ends up tied to their performance. In this episode of Work in Progress, Larone and Courtney get into the messy middle of job referrals: when to say yes, when to say no, and how to protect your reputation without burning bridges. Whether...
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How to Bring Your Whole Self to Work (Without Oversharing)
We’ve all heard the phrase “bring your whole self to work,” but what does that actually mean? And more importantly, how do you do it without oversharing, making things awkward, or feeling like you’re playing a corporate version of Survivor? In this episode of Cohesive Tangent, Larone and Courtney...
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Love It or Hate It: How to Win on LinkedIn Without Selling Out
LinkedIn: love it, hate it, or just quietly lurk? In this episode of Work in Progress, Larone and Courtney get real about how to make LinkedIn actually work for you, without turning into a “thought leader” parody. From building real relationships to creating content that doesn’t make you cringe,...
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Navigating Mentorship: The Relationships That Advance Your Career
In this episode of Cohesive Tangent, Courtney Jennings-Hope and Larone Ellison dive into the twists and turns of mentorship. They break down the difference between mentors and peer relationships, how to actually use these connections for career advancement, and why the best advice often comes…
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When ChatGPT Writes Your Resume - AI For Job Seekers
You sit down to update your resume… and suddenly, everything you’ve ever done sounds meh at best. Enter ChatGPT, the AI tool that promises to make you expert instantly. But is it actually helpful, or just another way to procrastinate your job search? In this episode of Cohesive Tangent, Courtney...
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🎙️ Nobody Cares About Your Career Like You Do
Ever feel like your career growth is stuck on autopilot? Waiting for your manager or company to chart your next step? Spoiler alert: That’s not their job, it’s yours. In this episode of Cohesive Tangent, we’re unpacking the hard truth: Your career is your responsibility. We explore: The...
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DEI Rollbacks: Who Gets Left Behind When DEI Disappears?
The rollback of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs is making headlines, but what does it mean for the workplace and the people in it? In this episode of Cohesive Tangent, Courtney and Larone unpack the true purpose of DEI. What it is, what it isn't, and why it matters. They dive into...
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Navigating the Ghost Job Era
Ghost Jobs and the Emotional Rollercoaster of Job Hunting Ever feel like you’re applying to jobs that might as well be ghost stories? Us too. In this episode of Cohesive Tangent, we’re talking about ghost jobs—those frustrating postings that never seem to lead anywhere. Larone dives into how it...
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Wrong Seat at the Table: Knowing When to Walk Away
🎙️ Cohesive Tangent: In this episode, Larone and Courtney tackle the all-too-relatable moment of realizing you’re in the wrong role. Join us for a candid conversation about the emotional rollercoaster, struggles, and valuable lessons that come with navigating a job mismatch and reclaiming your...
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Petty Dreams, Big Truths: Realizing You took the Wrong Job
In this debut episode of Cohesive Tangent, we dive into a vivid dream that left one of our hosts plotting petty revenge against everyone who’s ever slighted them. But what started as a laugh-worthy story turned into a wake-up call about dissatisfaction with their current role. We explore the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the group chat about corporate life you actually want to be in.Work in Progress is where ambitious professionals get an insider’s take on how work really works, from managing up and navigating office politics to building visibility and bouncing back from burnout.Hosted by CJ Jennings-Hope, she breaks down the unspoken dynamics of your 9-5—the feedback no one gives you, the power plays you didn’t see coming, and the career moves you could be making. IfNew episodes every Monday.Follow the podcast on Instagram at @workinprogressthepodcast
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Welcome to the group chat about corporate life you actually want to be in.Work in Progress is where ambitious professionals get an insider’s take on how work really works, from managing up and navigating office politics to building visibility and bouncing back from burnout.Hosted by CJ...
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